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Care Assistant - Guaranteed Hours

CompanyHome Instead
LocationWitney
Work ModeOn Site
PostedOctober 12, 2026
About The Company
As the world’s leading provider of in-home care, we help older adults live safely and independently at home, without sacrificing their quality of life. Whether they need occasional respite care or full-time support, our Care Pros are carefully selected to provide the best care, giving families peace of mind. With the support of our parent company, Honor Technology, Home Instead is reshaping the aging experience—combining the latest innovations in home care with the compassion that has guided us for over 30 years.
About the Role

Company Description

Home Instead Oxford are a well-established, award-winning home care provider, supporting older people to live well and independently in the place they love most - their own home. We are proud to be a CQC ‘Outstanding’ rated provider, delivering exceptional care across Witney, Burford, Carterton, Kidlington, Oxford and the surrounding villages.

Job Description

*Guaranteed hours contract of 30 hours per week*
Working Monday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday and alternate weekends. 8am - 1pm & 5pm - 9:45pm.


We are looking for new Care Assistant's to join our team and support our ever-growing client base with their day-to-day lives and to remain as independent as possible within their own homes. 

As a Care Assistant with us, we do things differently and believe in lasting relationships. You will support the same clients regularly and with visits a minimum of 1 hour, you have plenty of time and no need to rush!

Covering our core times, you will support with getting our clients up and ready for their day, breakfast & medication, personal care needs, home help tasks, meal preparation and the end of day teatime and bedtime routines. 

As a Care Assistant with us, we can offer you:

  • A guaranteed minimum hours contract of 30 hours per week
  • £13.70 per hour and double pay on a bank holiday
  • Paid mileage & travel time between visits
  • Regular clients and minimum 1 hour visits
  • Full, paid 'Client specific' training through our Brand New Care Skills Academy
  • We'll get you through your Care Certificate over your first few weeks
  • Clear career pathways & qualifications (NVQs)
  • Pension scheme and holiday pay
  • Referral bonuses – get rewarded for helping us grow our team and client base
  • Access to your pay before payday
  • Free Blue Light Card and discounted fuel
  • Be part of a supportive, close-knit team with ongoing support
  • Build lasting relationships with clients and their families
  • No experience required - we will provide you with all the tools you need to succeed
  • Opportunities to meet other Care Assistant's on the team regularly - you are not on your own!

Due to the nature of the role, we need you be be aged 18 or over and a full driving licence and access to a vehicle is desired. 
We also require an alternate weekend working (both Saturday & Sunday).

Apply today and we will be in touch with you!
Find out more about us here: https://www.homeinstead.co.uk/oxford/

Please note: This is a UK-based role and an offer of employment is contingent on candidates having the right to work in the UK. We are not able to offer support with sponsorship or switches. 

Additional Information

 

 

Key Skills
Personal careMeal preparationMedication administrationHome helpCommunicationTime managementEmpathyPatience
Categories
HealthcareSocial Services
Benefits
Guaranteed hours contractPaid mileagePaid travel timePaid trainingPension schemeHoliday payReferral bonusesAccess to pay before paydayBlue Light CardDiscounted fuel
Job Information
📋Core Responsibilities
Provide compassionate care and support to older people in their own homes, assisting with daily routines, personal care, and meal preparation. Build lasting relationships with clients while ensuring they remain independent and comfortable in their own environment.
📋Job Type
full time
📊Experience Level
0-2
💼Company Size
25905
📊Visa Sponsorship
No
💼Language
English
🏢Working Hours
30 hours
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